Germany Panzerlok BR57 Armoured Locomotive The Panzerlok BR57 was a crucial part of the German military's armored train strategy during World War II. It was designed to provide protection for the locomotive and its cargo, making it an effective tool for the Wehrmacht. Manufacturer: Trumpeter Availability: In stock SKU: Trumpeter 00219 $130.00 Custom wishlist OK Add to wishlist Add to compare list Email a friend The BR57's role in the Wehrmacht's armored train class, the BP 42, was significant, as it represented several armored trains produced to be used mostly on the eastern front at the end of December 1942. The Wehrmacht took over old railway protection trains in 1937 and converted them into armored trains, capturing and converting many more trains as the war progressed. By 1941, the Wehrmacht had a colorful collection of 18 differently configured armored trains, each with its own unique characteristics and equipment. Products specifications Attribute name Attribute value Country Germany Sub Group Armoured Train Group Train Side Axis Vehicle Common Name Panzerlok BR57, G1 Locomotive Scale 1/35 Vehicle Type Locomotive Used By Germany Product tags Axis (477) , Germany (666) , Train (11) , Armoured Train (7) , Locomotive (2) , Panzerlok BR57 (1) , G1 Locomotive (1)
